Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Winterville (NC); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking a part-time Associate in Winterville, North Carolina, responsible for conducting in-store food demonstrations. The ideal candidate will engage customers, prepare food samples using various kitchen equipment, and maintain a professional appearance. Potential candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and effective communication skills. This position emphasizes a clean workstation and compliance with food safety standards. Starting salary is $13.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; related experience preferred.
• Proficient in using a personal computer or mobile device.
• Local Food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Intercept and engage consumers positively.
• Communicate product features and benefits.
• Prepare and serve food samples using appliances.
• Maintain a clean and safe workstation.
• Set up Event Table for execution.
• Ensure 100% execution on assignments.
• Assist in client visit preparations.
• Build rapport with store personnel.
• Complete expense reports per company policy.
• Submit online requirements on the same day.

Skills

Proactive consumer engagement

Effective communication

Food preparation

Cleanliness and safety

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microwave

Fryer

Skillet

Coffee maker

Job description

Job Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies. Intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner. Maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, and knives.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepares and submits all online requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

Qualifications

Education / Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills: Proficient in ability to use and navigate on a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local Food handlers permit may be required.

Physical Demands

The associate will be regularly required to stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms (including conducting tasks overhead up to 65 inches); talk and hear; have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; stoop; kneel; squat; climb or step up ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies, and product; prepare foods and beverages using the required appliances (such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves); be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Work Environment

Retail store environment to limited travel.

Physical Appearance

Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order. The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance. Specific Retailer Dress code requirements are included in the training documents.

Language Skills

English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.

Job Details

Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $13.00 - $13.00

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 27671

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